Ohio Christian University has developed its Master of Arts in Ministry to enhance the ministry skills of pastors and lay leaders in the local church. The major will prepare students to serve even more effectively in the church and society, whether they are in paid or lay ministry. All courses contribute to the ability to enhance students’ ministry skills. All graduates of this major must be grounded in the Bible, theology, and historical thought and context of the church.
Concentrations:
- Pastoral Care and Counseling
- Practical Theology
Objectives:
On completion of the major a student should be able to:
- Demonstrate a deep love for God by continually practicing spiritual disciplines.
- Analyze Christian theological thinking through the centuries and its effects on the church and culture and the effects of culture and church on Christian theological thinking.
- Conduct independent research and evaluation of biblical and theological literature and apply knowledge to enhance ministry practices.
- Analyze situations and choose the proper interventions to help others cope with crises. (Pastoral Care and Counseling)
- Demonstrate skills in church administration, preaching/ teaching, handling sacraments and rituals, and care giving in the local church. (Practical Theology)
